PSAA
is an all voluntary organization. The strength of
PSAA has been the active participation of a large
percentage of its membership in its committee structure.
Even more importantly, what you learn about plastic
surgery and what information you can return to your
practice will be enhanced through your participation
in the guidance of this organization. All committees
will briefly meet at the conclusion of the educational
symposium. If for some reason you are unable to attend,
contact Lain Downs and your name will be included
on the committee. The committee chair will contact
you after the Annual Meeting.
The
Budget and Finance Committee* prepares an annual
budget for the guidance of the Executive Board. In
addition, this committee acts in an advisory capacity
and provides counsel on financial matters affecting
the Association.
The
Bylaws Committee studies the bylaws and Policy
and Procedure Manual of the Association, making recommendations
for amendments. This committee is also for responsible
for preparing and publishing an updated Bylaws and
Policy and Procedure Manual.
The
Convention Committee is responsible for the physical
arrangements of the Annual Meeting. Two committees
will be appointed: one representing the 2001 Annual
Meeting in Orlando, the other representing the 2002
Annual Meeting in San Antonio.
The
Credentials Committee prepares a list of members
entitled to vote at the Annual Meeting. This committee
also assists in Annual Meeting Registration and provides
credential identification to those members who are
entitled to vote.
The
Development Committee is responsible for the fundraising
aspects of the organization. Members will be asked
to assist in contacting vendors to sponsor-among others-symposia,
the roster and advertisements in The Administrator
Review. This committee is crucial in ensuring a viable
budget to enhance the educational components offered
to the membership.
The
Education Committee is responsible for planning
the curriculum for the Annual Meeting. This includes
two and one-half days of educational symposia provided
at each Annual Meeting.
The
Hospitality and Welcoming Committee prepares the
registration materials for the Annual Meeting and
staffs the registration desk. This committee also
staffs the Hospitality Suite at the Annual Meeting
and provides directions and hospitality for new members
attending the meeting.
The
Membership Committee has the responsibility of
maintaining and increasing the membership of the corporation.
This committee also prepares an updated membership
roster on a yearly basis.
The
Nominating Committee* prepares a list of candidates
for office after certifying that each meets the qualifications
for office. This committee also prepares ballots for
voting at the Annual Meeting.
The
Publication Committee prepares for publication
the official quarterly newsletter of the Association,
The Administrator Review. This committee is charged
with the responsibility of securing paid advertisements
for The Administrator Review, as well as relaying
all news to the members of the Association.
The
Roster Committee is responsible for publishing
and distributing the membership roster.
The
Strategic Planning Committee* is responsible for
establishing overall objectives, program and resource
prioities and provides the framework within which
action plans can be developed. The structure of our
Association is quite complex and by maintaining committee
functions, specific tasks can be delegated to appropriate
committees, thereby increasing the efficiency and
effectiveness of our Association.
Return
your request for committee membership to Lori Cruz,
4665 Sweetwater Blvd., Suite 110, Sugar Land, TX 77479,
or send her an email at ljcruz@earthlink.net.
*The
Budget and Finance and Strategic Planning Committee
members are by appointment. The Nominating Committee
is made up of elected individuals.
